The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- This is a girls-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
74.2
30.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
56.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
89%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.11
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 158 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 93 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,324
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 24.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
- Head
- Mr David Goodwin (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Rose Hill Road, Birmingham, West Midlands, B21 9AR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Francis Catholic Primary School
Primary · 817m away
Future First Independent School
Independent · 1.2km away
Flexible Learning School
Independent · 1.2km away
Values Academy
Independent · 1.3km away
Nishkam High School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Windsor Olympus Academy
Secondary · 1.3km away
Brookfields Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Oasis Academy Foundry
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is King Edward VI Handsworth School a selective school?
Yes. King Edward VI Handsworth School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is King Edward VI Handsworth School's Ofsted rating?
King Edward VI Handsworth School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend King Edward VI Handsworth School?
King Edward VI Handsworth School currently has 1,324 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does King Edward VI Handsworth School take?
King Edward VI Handsworth School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is King Edward VI Handsworth School?
King Edward VI Handsworth School is in Birmingham, B21 9AR, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does King Edward VI Handsworth School have a sixth form?
Yes, King Edward VI Handsworth School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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